domingo, 26 de septiembre de 2010

Glossy Ibis

The Glossy Ibis (Plegadis falcinellus) shown above was first detected on Sept. 12th in a basin in Tazacorte. Since then, the bird seems to have made itself at home in the same pond, even allowing itself the luxury of an occasional nap.

To this Little Egret (Egretta garzetta), the apparently headless, snoozing Ibis is a mystery......demanding closer scrutiny.After its initial surprise, the Egret opts for giving the avian alien a wide berth...... and with a display of feather-fluffing, it cautiously withdraws to a safe distance. Unimpressed, the migratory bird adopts its characteristically tranquil pose...... and then resumes feeding.